
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Shaw Neighborhood of Washington, DC (132 Rentals)


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City Ridge

The Shaw

Ellington Apartments

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The Aspen

Jefferson Marketplace

The Shay

7th Flats

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City Market at O

The Thread
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The Lurgan

Hodge on 7th

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Richardson

Mount Vernon Plaza

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Gables City Vista

801 R Street Apartments

Channing E Phillips Homes
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402 M Street NW, Unit Apt C

600 Q St NW, Unit B

440 L St NW, Unit 302

475 New York Ave NW, Unit 3

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632 Florida Ave NW, Unit GO ID1403625P

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618 T St NW, Unit GO FL4-ID732

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1915 7th St NW, Unit SI ID1395402P

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443 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL9-ID927

1128 10th St NW, Unit 102

1128 10th St NW, Unit 101
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409 O St NW, Unit SI ID1018308P

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409 O St NW, Unit SI ID1018309P

1616 7th St NW, Unit 204

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415 L St NW, Unit SI FL9-ID903

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1550 7th St NW, Unit SI FL4-ID1048

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443 New York Ave NW, Unit SI FL6-ID1067

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1250 9th St NW, Unit SI FL4-ID792

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1550 7th St NW, Unit SI FL7-ID453

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1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL5-ID382

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425 L St NW, Unit SI FL6-ID198
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1011 4th St NW, Unit SI FL6-ID120

15 Blagden Alley NW

475 K St NW

915 E St NW

440 L St NW

1815 6th St NW

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1926 6th St NW, Unit SI ID1395395P

1852 7th St NW

435 R St NW

547 Florida Ave NW
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Shaw, Washington, DC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shaw?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaw Studio Apartments | $2,269 | $1,618 | $7,759 |
Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Shaw 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,352 | $1,579 | $10,000+ |
| Shaw 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,501 | $1,682 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 132 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shaw Neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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Largest Available Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Shaw area of Washington, DC is found at Ellington Apartments and is listed at 1,500 square feet priced from $2,499. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellington Apartments | 1 Bed w/Den - 2 Bath | 1,500 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
| The Lurgan | Floor Plan A6 | 1,013 Sq Ft | $3,969 |
| Cortland Mount Vernon | A12 - Renovated | 945 Sq Ft | $2,745 |
| The Thread | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 857 Sq Ft | $2,149 |
| City Market at O | 1 Bed/2 Bath Den-A Medley | 792 Sq Ft | $3,778 |
| City Ridge | 1 Bed/1.25 Bath-E1 TYP 07 15 | 779 Sq Ft | $2,928 |
| Jefferson Marketplace | A8 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,551 |
| Gables City Vista | A09 | 746 Sq Ft | $2,253 |
| 7th Flats | A5 | 745 Sq Ft | $2,063 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | One Bedroom | 610 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
Cheapest Available Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Shaw of Washington, DC is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,450 at 801 R Street Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Shaw is currently $2,969. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 801 R Street Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,450 |
| Richardson (Furnished Rooms) | SHAW | Furnished | Utilities Included | Private... | $1,450 |
| Hodge on 7th | 1 Bed/1 Bath 1.1k - 50% | $1,457 |
| Channing E Phillips Homes | 1 Bedroom Jr. | $1,475 |
| Ellington Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | $1,700 |
| Mount Vernon Plaza | One Bedroom | $1,850 |
| Gables City Vista | A04 | $1,967 |
| 7th Flats | A4 | $2,035 |
| The Aspen | One Bedroom One Bath (587 SF) | $2,123 |
| The Shaw | AJ-2 | $2,137 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShaw, Washington, DC
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Among cities in District of Columbia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Shaw, Washington, DC
Seaton Elementary School
Benjamin Banneker High School
Walker-Jones Education Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Shaw Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Shaw with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Shaw is at 801 R Street Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Shaw Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Shaw is $2,969.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Shaw Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Shaw is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $2,499 at Ellington Apartments.
What is the average size for Shaw 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Shaw is currently 731 sq ft.
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